On Facebook Mr Regester wrote: “Ladies and gents. Time is slipping away much too fast. Due to the powers that be wanting to get in and prepare for the hand-over, we have been told that close of trade for us will be Wednesday 19th July.

“One more week of madness before we say, not goodbye, but, see you soon.xx”

Hundreds of punters have taken to social media to post messages of support for The Hob which pulled over a half a million pints over the last 12 years.

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On Facebook, Dan Richmond wrote: “You're the best bar keep around, you're also a friend, cheers for the memories, here's to you Daz.”

Stella Sanderson expressed her devastation, writing: “You have made a warm & welcoming home for so, so many of us misfits who've never felt they belong anywhere else. We are understandably devastated by the loss.”

Mr Regester told the Chronicle that he sees his punters as “extended family.”

"We've got other work, it just won't be in the pub trade,” he added.

Punters have expressed their sadness now a date has been set for it to close

Some punters have said that The Hob became their second home.

Amber Goddard wrote: “The best three years of my life in Bath were spent frequenting The Hob and it was/is more than just a pub but a spiritual home too.

“Thanks for creating such a haven for all kinds of interesting people and putting up with our student shenanigans!! Great memories and you are a great person Darren.”

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Kei Taniguchi also commented: “I've not found another boozer quite like it, and part of me doubts I ever will. So, at the very least, make sure it ends with a bang, not a whimper! Make this one a party to remember!”

On (Friday) 7 July the pub issued a statement saying that the pub was closing because the lease was not being renewed.

It read: "After twelve years and pulling over half a million pints the time has finally come. Sadly, today, we have received notice that leases will not be renewed and we have two weeks to vacate. Not much time but we'll squeeze in as much as possible before the end.

"Come down and join us for a bevy some time and say good bye if you get the chance. Will be flogging off some memorabilia as well if you'd like a little piece of the Hob to keep."

A fundraising page has been created to help raise money for the owners. You can visit the page here.